cutwater

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌtwɔːtər/

Definition

The forward edge of a ship's stem or the wedge-shaped structure built in front of a bridge pier to break ice or deflect water flow.

Examples

• The ship's reinforced cutwater allowed it to navigate through the thick, frozen harbor ice.

• Engineers designed the bridge pier with a stone cutwater to protect the foundation from heavy river currents.

• The vessel's sleek cutwater design significantly improved its speed and fuel efficiency in rough seas.

Synonyms of cutwater

Words with a similar meaning to cutwater:

• bow
• stem
• prow
• starlings

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